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Usage of the levonorgestrel-releasing intrauterine system (LNG-IUS) in adolescence: what is the evidence so far? |
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Published in | Archives of gynecology and obstetrics. 2017, vol. 295, no. 3, p. 529-541 | |
Abstract | The levonorgestrel-releasing intrauterine system (LNG-IUS) is an effective method of contraception, while also providing various non-contraceptive benefits. Although targeted primarily to adults, there is increasing experience in its use in adolescence. The aim of this review is to assess the available information on LNG-IUS usage in adolescence. | |
Keywords | Adolescent — Contraception — Contraceptive Agents — Female/administration & dosage — Female — Humans — Intrauterine Devices — Medicated/adverse effects — Levonorgestrel/administration & dosage/adverse effects — Pregnancy | |
Identifiers | PMID: 27928678 | |
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Citation (ISO format) | PATSEADOU, Magdalini, MICHALA, Lina. Usage of the levonorgestrel-releasing intrauterine system (LNG-IUS) in adolescence: what is the evidence so far?. In: Archives of Gynecology and Obstetrics, 2017, vol. 295, n° 3, p. 529-541. doi: 10.1007/s00404-016-4261-0 https://archive-ouverte.unige.ch/unige:116541 |